Rockmond Dunbar, known for his role as Michael Grant on “9-1-1,” heads to trial Tuesday asserting wrongful termination after refusing the COVID-19 vaccine. He was written off the show in November 2021, shortly after production studios mandated vaccines on set. Dunbar alleges his firing was due to his religious beliefs linked to vaccine refusal.
Dunbar identifies with the Congregation of Universal Wisdom, which regards injecting chemicals that “defy natural law” as sinful. This sets the stage for a legal battle centered on the clash between workplace vaccine mandates and religious freedom protections. The trial will explore whether his dismissal was lawful or discriminatory.
As vaccine policies continue to impact entertainment and other industries, this case could have broader implications. It raises urgent questions about how religious convictions intersect with public health measures in employment settings.
